Toby’s Trends of 2024: Dry January, Ankle Socks, Solo Dining and More

12/30/24 • 27 min

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Episode 485: Neal and Toby recap the most memorable trends of the year including the rise of dry January, along with the rise of weed drinks. Then, ‘romantasy’ novels were all the rage as book sales skyrocketed thanks to #booktok. Also, nostalgia was a major contributor to sales as consumers make purchases with their emotions. In fashion, it was all about vintage clothing and the mob-wife aesthetic, while a generational war arose over which socks were ‘in.’ Lastly, loneliness increased in 2024, causing people to turn to AI, decorate their fridges, or simply sit on the couch and watch their favorite TV shows.

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Neal’s Numbers of 2024: Warren Buffet T-Bills, Digital Cameras, and More

Episode 484: Neal and Toby reflect on the numbers that stood out throughout the year, including Warren Buffet’s Treasury Bills, Digital Cameras, and Toby shares his favorite tallies from the year!

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2025 Market Predictions: Tariff Impact, Crypto, Mega-Mergers and More

Episode 486: Neal and Toby chat with Brew Markets’ Ann Berry to preview potential market-moving stories to lookout for in 2025. Will the Fed keep cutting rates? Can Nvidia stay hot? And of course, how the incoming Trump presidency will shape the business landscape. Also, some insights on why crypto is here to stay and what mega-mergers can be expected.

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